ZestyBagel

How to identify a good startup to work for?

Having worked for both early stage startups and large corporations, the work satisfaction I get by working for startups is unmatched.

I’m currently identifying few of the startups to work for as an experienced software engineer.

What are the metrics and parameters to look for?

There are some brilliant minds here who share their awesome knowledge, your thoughts will be appreciated!

23mo ago

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WigglyBanana

Stealth23mo

What I do:

Understand the business, ask enough questions on that in interviews, join only if you fundamentally feel excited
If the above is true, look at Glassdoor. Only look at negative comments, the other ones are plastered. Try making sense of repeated patterns of problems
Most Important - Reach out to ex employees on LinkedIn, most people are nice and helpful. Ask them about their thoughts, reason to quit, opinion on business and culture

It’s an important step, make sure you put in the effort you would on a mini project :)

ZestyBagel

Stealth23mo

Thanks for your comment. Apt if it’s a known startup.

What if it’s a very young startup?

WigglyBanana

Stealth23mo

On point 1 - Try to see if the model and mission is exciting even at that stage. If there is a chance of good outcome basis the market etc

On point 3 - Try to get connected with current employees, or if possible, anybody who would have worked with the founders in their previous roles in your circles

Or just meet them enough times to know they’re not assholes